What Stena Aluminium does

Stena Aluminium AB is a Sweden-based producer of customized aluminium alloys manufactured entirely from recycled scrap, operating a single smelter in Älmhult with a daily melting capacity of 285 tonnes. Founded in 1949 and now a subsidiary of the diversified Stena Metall Group, the company supplies standard EN-standard alloys alongside proprietary grades (Stenal 460, Stenal 445) and rheo-casting products (RheoCool) to foundries and manufacturers across the Nordic region and broader Europe. End markets span automotive components, construction materials, and industrial castings served through pressure die casting, sand casting, permanent mold casting, and rheo casting processes.

The company's technology stack centers on scrap-fed secondary smelting, in-house chemical analysis of cast test pieces, and metallurgical collaboration with customers during specification and quotation. Approximately 80,000 tonnes of aluminium raw material are processed annually, with significant feedstock sourced internally from Stena Metall Group's broader recycling operations (which move 6 million tonnes of waste per year across 9 countries). The product is delivered as ingots or as liquid aluminium for direct integration into customer production lines, supported by documentation for CO2 tracking and Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) reporting.

Stena Aluminium operates a sales-led, enterprise B2B go-to-market with dedicated Key Account Managers covering Sweden, Denmark, and Poland, plus Technical Sales Specialists and Customer Support staff. Revenue is generated primarily through commodity-referenced (LME-linked) hardware sales of alloys, supplemented by technical support, chemical analysis, and training services priced on a quote basis. The company holds ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications, full REACH and RoHS compliance, and a conflict minerals policy — collectively positioning it as a qualified supplier to sustainability-mandated European OEMs.

Name

Stena Aluminium

Legal name

Stena Aluminium AB

Website

https://stenaaluminium.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Stena Aluminium AB is a Sweden-based producer of customized aluminium alloys manufactured entirely from recycled scrap, supplying foundries and manufacturers across the Nordic region and Europe from a 285-tonne-per-day smelter in Älmhult, as a subsidiary of Stena Metall Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Aluminium Alloy Manufacturing

NAICS

Secondary Smelting and Alloying of Aluminum (331314), Alumina and Aluminum Production and Processing (33131), Aluminum Foundries (except Die-Casting) (331524)

SIC

Primary Production Of Aluminum (3334), Nonferrous Foundries (Castings) (3360)

akta.pro primary industry

Aluminum Casting & Ingot/Billet/Slab Production (IMAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Aluminum Scrap Collection, Sorting & Processing (IMAKACAJ)

Keywords

• Recycled aluminium alloys
• Secondary aluminium production
• Custom aluminium alloys
• Aluminium recycling services
• Industrial foundry alloys

Headquarters

HQ city

Älmhult

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Aluminium Alloy Sales: Stena Aluminium generates revenue primarily through the sale of custom aluminium alloys produced from recycled scrap. The company sells to foundries and manufacturers, offering both standard EN-standard alloys and bespoke formulations. Revenue is derived from the sale of physical material (ingots, liquid aluminium, cast products) with pricing influenced by London Metal Exchange aluminium benchmarks and alloy complexity.
2. Technical and Support Services: The company provides technical support, chemical analysis services, and training as part of its customer value proposition. These may be bundled with product sales or offered as standalone consulting engagements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Stena Aluminium AB manufactures customized aluminium alloys produced entirely from recycled feedstock at its Älmhult, Sweden facility, with a daily capacity of 285 tonnes. The portfolio includes alloys conforming to EN AB standards as well as proprietary grades (Stenal 460, Stenal 445, and RheoCool) engineered for specific industrial casting applications, complemented by chemical analysis, technical support, and training services for foundry customers.

Product overview

Stena Aluminium is a premium supplier of recycled raw materials offering a comprehensive portfolio of customised aluminium alloys and related services. The core offering consists of aluminium alloys (including standard EN AB alloys and proprietary Stenal variants) supported by technical support, chemical analysis, and training services. The company operates as part of the Stena Metall Group and processes approximately 285 tons of aluminium scrap daily, delivering circular solutions with rigorous documentation and state-of-the-art technology.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• EN AB Standard Aluminium Alloys Aluminium alloy ingots produced in compliance with EN AB (European) standards for use by industrial foundries, die-casters, and casting manufacturers requiring certified chemistry and consistent melt specifications.
• Stenal 460 Proprietary customised aluminium alloy grade developed by Stena Aluminium for industrial casting customers requiring specific metallurgical properties beyond standard EN AB grades.
• Stenal 445 Proprietary customised aluminium alloy grade engineered by Stena Aluminium for specialized foundry and casting applications.
• RheoCool Proprietary aluminium alloy grade developed for rheocasting and similar advanced casting processes, sold to industrial casting customers.
• Chemical Analysis Services In-house chemical analysis service provided to foundry customers to verify alloy composition and ensure conformance to specification.
• Technical Support Services Metallurgical technical support provided to industrial foundry customers to assist with alloy selection, process optimization, and casting troubleshooting.
• Training Services Training programmes delivered to customer staff covering aluminium alloy metallurgy, melt handling, and casting best practices.

Quantifiable outcome

• Recycling aluminium requires approximately 5% of the energy needed for primary aluminium production
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Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Stena Metall Group (Parent Company)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStena Aluminium is an integral part of the Stena Metall Group, a Swedish company with 7 business areas and operations in 9 countries. The group processes 6 million tonnes of waste annually and generated net sales of 28,200 MSEK. Large parts of Stena Aluminium's raw material supply come from Stena Metall Group recycling companies, and the company leverages group-wide R&D, sustainability reporting frameworks, and corporate policies (Code of Conduct, Whistleblowing).
• External Aluminium Raw Material Suppliers (Sweden & Europe)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWhile a large portion of raw material comes from within the Stena Metall Group, Stena Aluminium also cooperates with external suppliers both in Sweden and across Europe. The company is continuously examining opportunities for partnerships with new suppliers to ensure future aluminium raw material purchases. Supplier relationships are governed by the company's purchasing policy and conditions.
• Stena Nordic Recycling Center (Halmstad)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Stena Nordic Recycling Center in Halmstad, operated by sister company Stena Recycling, is referenced as part of Stena Aluminium's sustainability ecosystem. The center represents next-level recycling capability, collecting and processing materials as part of the group's circular economy approach. It is highlighted as a reference point for Stena Aluminium's sustainability narrative.
• Stena Metall Group Companies (Other)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStena Aluminium maintains close partnerships with other companies within the Stena Metall Group for the purchase of materials and supplies beyond aluminium raw materials. This intra-group collaboration ensures procurement synergies across the group.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Speira: Speira is a European-based secondary aluminium producer producing recycled aluminium products for automotive and industrial applications. Directly comparable to Stena Aluminium as both are secondary smelters producing custom alloys from scrap for similar foundry customers in Europe.
• Real Alloy: Real Alloy is a global secondary aluminium producer specializing in recycled aluminium alloys for the automotive and industrial foundry markets. Closely comparable to Stena Aluminium in business model, recycling-from-scrap focus, and customer base in cast products.
• Trimet Aluminum: Trimet is a German-based primary and secondary aluminium producer serving automotive and industrial customers with custom alloys. Comparable to Stena Aluminium in producing recycling-based alloys for foundries, with overlapping geographic markets in Germany and Northern Europe.

Broad incumbents

• Norsk Hydro: Norsk Hydro is a major Nordic-headquartered integrated aluminium producer with both primary and secondary operations. Comparable as a regional competitor offering aluminium alloys to industrial and automotive customers, with overlapping products in extrusion ingot and foundry alloys.
• Constellium: Constellium is a European-listed global aluminium products company producing specialty rolled and extruded products for automotive, aerospace, and packaging. Comparable as a European specialty aluminium producer with similar sustainability positioning and automotive customer base.
• Hindalco Industries (Aditya Birla Group): Hindalco is a major global integrated aluminium producer with primary, secondary, and rolled products. Comparable as a global aluminium incumbent with significant secondary smelting operations serving automotive and industrial markets, though based in India.
• Novelis: Novelis is a global leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, with significant operations in Europe producing recycled-content flat-rolled products for automotive and packaging. Comparable as a large-scale recycled aluminium producer serving major automotive OEMs, though focused on rolled rather than cast alloys.
• Alcoa Corporation: Alcoa is one of the world's largest primary aluminium producers with growing secondary and recycling operations. Comparable as a global aluminium incumbent serving automotive and industrial customers, though predominantly primary rather than secondary.

Emerging players

• Hüttenwerke Kayser (HWK): Hüttenwerke Kayser is a German secondary aluminium smelter producing recycled alloys for foundries and downstream processors. Comparable to Stena Aluminium as a European secondary smelter focused on custom alloys for the foundry industry at a smaller scale.

Regional players

• Gränges AB: Gränges is a Swedish-headquartered aluminium rolling and recycling company producing rolled aluminium products for automotive heat exchangers and packaging. Comparable as a Swedish aluminium processor with focus on circularity, though focused on rolled rather than cast alloys.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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